Greek Rice Pudding Citrus (Print Format)
Classic Greek rice pudding featuring creamy texture and citrus aroma topped with cinnamon.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1/2 cup arborio or short-grain rice
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1 1/2 cups water
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4 cups whole milk, plus 1/4 cup for cornstarch slurry
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1/3 to 1/2 cup granulated sugar, adjusted to taste
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Zest of 1 lemon
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Zest of 1/2 orange (optional)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
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Pinch of salt
→ Topping
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Ground cinnamon for garnish
# Steps:
01 -
Rinse rice thoroughly, then boil it in 1 1/2 cups water for 10 minutes.
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Add 4 cups whole milk, lemon zest, optional orange zest, and a pinch of salt. Simmer gently for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
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Stir in sugar and vanilla extract until fully combined.
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Dissolve cornstarch in 1/4 cup cold whole milk to create a slurry, then whisk it into the simmering pudding. Continue cooking for 5 more minutes until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy.
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Pour the pudding into serving bowls, allow to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate until set. Before serving, sprinkle ground cinnamon on top.
# Tips:
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Use whole milk to achieve the pudding's characteristic creamy texture. Stir frequently during cooking to avoid sticking and cover when refrigerated to prevent skin formation.